Soldiering On Awards 2025
15 Years of Celebration
Partners & Supporters
In Partnership with
Animal Partnership Award
Honours the unique relationships and companionship provided by animals, and/or the achievements of individuals or organisations engaged with animals that support and empower members of the Armed Forces community. The judging panel will select a shortlist of three entries to progress to the final public vote.
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Employee Champion Award
Recognises an exceptional employee who has made a significant contribution to support members of the Armed Forces community achieve success within civilian roles. Nominees will demonstrate a measurable impact and extraordinary commitment to championing the employability of service leavers, reservists, veterans, spouses, and family members. The nominator must be employed by the same employer as the nominee.
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Education, Training & Development Award
Recognises excellence in the provision of vocational education, training, or skills development for members of the wider Armed Forces community. This may be delivered by an individual, team, or organisation.
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Working Together Award
Honours a group of people, team, or organisation that has demonstrated an enduring commitment to a collaborative approach, engaging with others to support the sector within the wider Armed Forces community.
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Family Values Award
Recognises excellence in the provision of vocational education, training, or skills development for members of the wider Armed Forces community. This may be delivered by an individual, team, or organisation.
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Business Start-Up Award
Recognises an individual or group of individuals linked with the Armed Forces community who have started a successful new business venture within the last two years (since 01 January 2023) and who still retain a minimum of 50% interest in the venture.
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Healthcare and Rehabilitation Award
Recognises a person or team that has demonstrated a major commitment and contribution in support of the physical or mental welfare of serving or former members of the Armed Forces community. This may be through healthcare, therapeutic treatment, or rehabilitation services and support.
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Business Scale-Up Award
Honours an individual or group of individuals linked with the Armed Forces community who have started a successful new business venture more than two years ago (before 01 January 2023) and who still retain a minimum of 50% interest in the venture.
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Defence Inclusivity Award
Honours the commitment and achievements of an individual, team, or organisation in delivering greater diversity and inclusion within UK Defence and the Armed Forces community.
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New for 2025
Community Impact Award
Recognises a Charity, Social Enterprise, or other Third Sector Organisation that has made a significant positive impact on the lives of specific beneficiary cohorts within the Armed Forces community. This impact should be evidenced within the last three years; since 01 January 2022.
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Inspiration Award
Celebrates a person who has overcome significant challenge, injury, or disability, inspiring others in the Armed Forces community with their outstanding achievements in personal endeavour, campaigning, sport, or the workplace. The judging panel will select a shortlist of three entries to progress to the final public vote.
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Lifetime Achievement Award
Honours a person whose lifetime of dedicated service has provided a significant contribution in support of the Armed Forces community.
Award Category Partners
Nominations Partner
“PPL are delighted to be the nominations partner for this year’s inspirational Soldiering On Awards. The Awards shine a light on the incredible levels of determination, resilience and ambition of both individuals and teams in the Armed Forces community. We continue to be amazed and inspired by the stories the awards uncover each year and are proud to be associated with the wider societal contribution of the Military family”
John Mason, CEO, Placing Platform Limited
House of Lords Finalist Reception Partner
“Centrica is again delighted, humbled and honoured to support this year’s Finalists’ Reception at the House of Lords. It is a privilege for us to be involved in this common purpose, celebrating the outstanding finalists who have shown determination, entrepreneurship, resolve and selfless commitment”
Ian Fortune, Head of Pathways, Centrica
Data Analytics Partner
“RAND Europe is delighted to continue our commitment to the Soldiering On Awards. Through RAND’s work with ex-serving personnel and their families, we are aware of the huge benefits that recognition and rewards have on this community”
Ruth Harris, Director of Defence and Security, RAND Europe
Technology Partner
“This collaboration brings together two of the UK’s leading technology providers in a shared commitment to champion the Armed Forces community through digital enablement, inclusion, and innovation. The partnership further demonstrates the commitment to the very individuals at the heart of the Soldiering On mission.”
Adele Every, Managing Director - Public Sector, Cisco
Technology Partner
“It’s an honour to be joining forces with Adele and Cisco to support the incredible work of the Soldiering On Awards. Technology plays a vital role in enabling opportunity and inclusion, and we’re excited to bring our capabilities to a partnership that uplifts and celebrates those who have served and continue to make an impact."
Philip Pearson, Public Sector Lead, Computacenter
Venue Partner
CBRE is delighted to be partnering with the Soldiering On Awards, which recognise the extraordinary talent that exists within the Armed Forces community. As an organisation we pride ourselves on supporting communities, so to work with the Soldiering On Awards and help shine a light on those who have served, as well as their families and those who support the community, is an honour.”
Rosie Hutton, Key Initiatives and DE&I Lead – EMEA, CBRE
Awards Support
Nominations | Jan - March | ||
Judging | April - June | ||
Finalists Announcement | June 23 | ||
Finalists Reception | July 15 | ||
Awards Night | October 22 |
